Peace
From ancient Rome to today, war-makers have talked constantly about peace
From ancient Rome to today, war-makers have talked constantly about peace US President Donald Trump has been using the concept of “peace” to justify his aggressive military actions, including invading Venezuela and capturing its president, despite claiming to want peace on Earth. The phrase “war is peace,” coined by Roman historian Tacitus in 83 CE, […]
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Building ‘beloved community’: Remembering the friendship between Martin Luther King Jr. and Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh
Building ‘beloved community’: Remembering the friendship between Martin Luther King Jr. and Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh Thich Nhat Hanh, a Vietnamese Zen Buddhist monk, was inspired by Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision of “beloved community” and continued his work after King’s assassination. Hanh founded the School of Youth for Social Services in Vietnam to […]
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3 ways US actions in Venezuela violated international law
3 ways US actions in Venezuela violated international law US actions in Venezuela have been labeled as unlawful by heads of state, policymakers, and international law scholars due to violations of international law. The US has broken several laws, including the prohibition on using force under Article 2(4) of the UN charter, and violating the […]
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From truce in the trenches to cocktails at the consulate: How Christmas diplomacy seeks to exploit seasonal goodwill
From truce in the trenches to cocktails at the consulate: How Christmas diplomacy seeks to exploit seasonal goodwill Christmas diplomacy refers to the use of the holiday season to foster peace and warm relations between nations through statements, efforts, and cultural practices. The tradition of Christmas diplomacy has deep roots in history, dating back to […]
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Peace plan presented by the US to Ukraine reflects inexperienced, unrealistic handling of a delicate situation
Peace plan presented by the US to Ukraine reflects inexperienced, unrealistic handling of a delicate situation The US has presented a 28-point peace plan to Ukraine, which critics say heavily favors Russia and puts Ukraine’s sovereignty at risk. The plan includes significant concessions for Russia, such as being released from economic sanctions and rejoining the […]
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The Dayton Peace Accords at 30: An ugly peace that has prevented a return to war over Bosnia
The Dayton Peace Accords at 30: An ugly peace that has prevented a return to war over Bosnia The Dayton Peace Accords, signed in 1995, brought an end to the brutal three-and-a-half-year war in Bosnia, but at a great cost: over 100,000 people died and half of the population was forced to flee. The peace […]
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Trump’s ability to counter Netanyahu’s spoiler tactics in public may have been key to advancing a ceasefire in Gaza
Trump’s ability to counter Netanyahu’s spoiler tactics in public may have been key to advancing a ceasefire in Gaza President Donald Trump’s ability to counter Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s “spoiler” tactics in public may have been key to advancing a ceasefire in Gaza, which was declared on October 14, 2025. Netanyahu employed “public spoiling” […]
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María Corina Machado’s peace prize follows Nobel tradition of awarding recipients for complex reasons
María Corina Machado’s peace prize follows Nobel tradition of awarding recipients for complex reasons Maria Corina Machado, a Venezuelan opposition leader, has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts to promote democratic rights and achieve a just transition from dictatorship to democracy in Venezuela. The prize follows a long tradition of awarding recipients […]
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US obliteration of Caribbean boat was a clear violation of international ‘right to life’ laws – no matter who was on board
US obliteration of Caribbean boat was a clear violation of international ‘right to life’ laws – no matter who was on board The US government’s justification for killing 11 people on a boat suspected of transporting illegal drugs in the Caribbean as an attack on “narco-terrorists” is flawed and ignores international law. The killings violated […]
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Turkey and the PKK have made historic moves toward peace – now begins the hard diplomatic work
Turkey and the PKK have made historic moves toward peace – now begins the hard diplomatic work Turkey’s peace process with the PKK has made historic moves toward peace, including the formal disbandment of the group and a symbolic disarmament ceremony in northern Iraq. The Turkish government and the PKK face significant challenges ahead, including […]
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